The building was designed by Norman Foster and developed by British Land. It stands opposite the Lloyd's building and is 125 metres (410ft) tall, with 26 storeys. It features a "stepped" design, which was intended to resemble the shell of a crustacean, with setbacks rising at 97m (318ft) and 68m (223ft). In total, there are 475,000 square feet (44,128.9m2) of office floor-space, most of which was pre-let to the insurance broker Willis.
History
The Willis Building was constructed between 2004 and 2008 under the management of Mace and represented a significant addition to the City of London skyline, becoming its fourth-tallest building after Tower 42, 30 St Mary Axe and CityPoint. The core was topped out in July 2006 and the steelwork completed in September that year. Cladding began in July 2006 and the structure was externally completed by June 2007. It was internally fitted out and officially opened in April 2008.
The Willis building (originally the Willis Faber and Dumas Headquarters) in Ipswich, England, is one of the earliest buildings designed by Norman Foster after establishing Foster Associates. Constructed between 1970 and 1975 for the insurance firm now known as Willis Group Holdings, it is now seen as a landmark in the development of the 'high tech' architectural style. The building houses some 1,300 office staff in open plan offices spread over three floors.
Location
The bulbous floorplan of the office block reflects the layout of the available site in the centre of Ipswich, which is sandwiched between several road junctions and the Grade I listedUnitarian Meeting House, one of Ipswich's oldest surviving buildings. Thus two of the town's Grade I listed buildings stand side by side.
Design
The centre of the building is constructed from a grid of concrete pillars, 14m (46ft) apart, supporting cantileveredconcrete slab floors. The exterior is clad in 890 dark smoked glasscurtain wall. The use of dark glass, a curtain wall and lack of right angle corners mirrors the art decoExpress Building in Manchester - one of Norman Foster's favourite buildings. The central escalator well leads up to a rooftop staff restaurant surrounded by a rooftop garden (360 panorama).
Willis Building
Ipswich, UK 1971 – 1975
The country headquarters for insurance company Willis Faber & Dumas challenged accepted thinking about the office building while maintaining a sense of continuity within its urban setting. Innovations such as the use of escalators in a three-storey structure, and the social dimension offered by its swimming pool, roof-top restaurant and garden, were all conceived in a spirit of democratising the workplace and encouraging a greater sense of community.
Read more: https://www.fosterandpartners.com/projects/willis-building/
published: 19 Jul 2018
Willis Building - Sustainable Building Design (UCL IEDE/VEIV)
In a series of videos on sustainable building design, Dr Ben Croxford (UCL IEDE) and Carrie Behar (UCL-Energy) discuss the use of saw-tooth glazing. We believe the information presented in these videos is factually correct, please note that the opinions expressed are solely those of the speakers in the film rather than of UCL. This project was run as part of the UCL EngD VEIV programme. Please leave your queries, suggestions and comments below.
Our thanks to Mattia Pagura for his production work.
published: 26 Feb 2015
Skyscraper Video #212: Willis Building ( London )
Sorry! I'm late to post and now is UK season. What is UK season? It means that I will post many skyscraper in UK in every Saturday and Sunday.
The Willis Building, also known as 51 Lime Street Building, is a commercial and office building in 51 Lime Street, London, EC3, England, UK. It had the height of 125 metres | 410 ft and 26 floors + 2 floors below ground. The construction started in 2004 and completed in 2008. It features a "stepped" design, which was intended to resemble the shell of a crustacean, with setbacks rising at 97 metres | 318 ft and 68 metres | 223 ft. The building was the first in a wave of new tall towers for London's primary financial district.
#willisbuildinglondon
To Find Out More Information About Willis Building ( London )
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Willis_...
published: 16 Jul 2018
Willis Building tour
Video taken during a tour of the Willis Building, a new skyscraper under construction in London's financial district.
published: 06 Aug 2006
Willis Building
The Willis building in Ipswich (originally known as the Willis Corroon headquarters) is one of the earliest buildings designed by architect Sir Norman Foster.
Foster created a 3 floor open plan building to meet the brief - years before open-plan offices became commonplace. He was inspired by the 1939 ‘futurist art deco’ Daily Express building in Manchester, giving it similar features including tinted glass and curved corners.
The Willis building uses elements of modern industry and technology as part of its design and is now seen as a landmark of the ‘high tech’ style of architecture.
published: 14 Mar 2018
Reviving History: The Transformation of the Willis Building #Shorts
published: 10 Jul 2024
Norman Foster and Richard Rogers #architecture #london #guide #tour
published: 23 Dec 2023
Willis Building - timelapse construction video
A timelapse video of the new Willis Building going up in London. This shows demolition, groundwork and construction from March 2005-September 2006. The building is scheduled for completion in March 2007.
If you're a fan of skyscrapers then visit SkyscraperCity.com, the biggest forum on the Internet for high-rise enthusiasts.
published: 09 Dec 2006
Inside the Willis Tower's $500 Million Facelift
The Willis Tower, formerly known as the Sears Tower, is the tallest building in Chicago and one of the tallest buildings in the us and world. It was built back in 1973, and held the title of the worlds tallest building for 25 years. While it is no longer the tallest building in the world, the Willis Tower is still an iconic and impressive building. It is home to the highest observation deck in the US, and still attracts millions of visitors a year. It is perhaps best known for the Skydeck Ledge glass balconies at the observation deck that let visitors look straight down from 1,353 feet high. As the building has gotten older, many modernization plans have taken effect to modernize the building. Upgraded elevators, LEED Certification, an all new base, and planned additions to the observation...
Willis Building
Ipswich, UK 1971 – 1975
The country headquarters for insurance company Willis Faber & Dumas challenged accepted thinking about the office build...
Willis Building
Ipswich, UK 1971 – 1975
The country headquarters for insurance company Willis Faber & Dumas challenged accepted thinking about the office building while maintaining a sense of continuity within its urban setting. Innovations such as the use of escalators in a three-storey structure, and the social dimension offered by its swimming pool, roof-top restaurant and garden, were all conceived in a spirit of democratising the workplace and encouraging a greater sense of community.
Read more: https://www.fosterandpartners.com/projects/willis-building/
Willis Building
Ipswich, UK 1971 – 1975
The country headquarters for insurance company Willis Faber & Dumas challenged accepted thinking about the office building while maintaining a sense of continuity within its urban setting. Innovations such as the use of escalators in a three-storey structure, and the social dimension offered by its swimming pool, roof-top restaurant and garden, were all conceived in a spirit of democratising the workplace and encouraging a greater sense of community.
Read more: https://www.fosterandpartners.com/projects/willis-building/
In a series of videos on sustainable building design, Dr Ben Croxford (UCL IEDE) and Carrie Behar (UCL-Energy) discuss the use of saw-tooth glazing. We believe ...
In a series of videos on sustainable building design, Dr Ben Croxford (UCL IEDE) and Carrie Behar (UCL-Energy) discuss the use of saw-tooth glazing. We believe the information presented in these videos is factually correct, please note that the opinions expressed are solely those of the speakers in the film rather than of UCL. This project was run as part of the UCL EngD VEIV programme. Please leave your queries, suggestions and comments below.
Our thanks to Mattia Pagura for his production work.
In a series of videos on sustainable building design, Dr Ben Croxford (UCL IEDE) and Carrie Behar (UCL-Energy) discuss the use of saw-tooth glazing. We believe the information presented in these videos is factually correct, please note that the opinions expressed are solely those of the speakers in the film rather than of UCL. This project was run as part of the UCL EngD VEIV programme. Please leave your queries, suggestions and comments below.
Our thanks to Mattia Pagura for his production work.
Sorry! I'm late to post and now is UK season. What is UK season? It means that I will post many skyscraper in UK in every Saturday and Sunday.
The Willis Build...
Sorry! I'm late to post and now is UK season. What is UK season? It means that I will post many skyscraper in UK in every Saturday and Sunday.
The Willis Building, also known as 51 Lime Street Building, is a commercial and office building in 51 Lime Street, London, EC3, England, UK. It had the height of 125 metres | 410 ft and 26 floors + 2 floors below ground. The construction started in 2004 and completed in 2008. It features a "stepped" design, which was intended to resemble the shell of a crustacean, with setbacks rising at 97 metres | 318 ft and 68 metres | 223 ft. The building was the first in a wave of new tall towers for London's primary financial district.
#willisbuildinglondon
To Find Out More Information About Willis Building ( London )
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Willis_Building_(London)
My 2nd YouTube Channel:
https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCdB9Chu_N-mVc3Js0h0955g
New skyscraper videos in every Saturday and Sunday.
Next skyscraper video: Millbank Tower ( UK )
Original Song By:
Otis McDonald - Not For Nothing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvwQDenTgw8
Please give a big thumbs up and subscribe!
Sorry! I'm late to post and now is UK season. What is UK season? It means that I will post many skyscraper in UK in every Saturday and Sunday.
The Willis Building, also known as 51 Lime Street Building, is a commercial and office building in 51 Lime Street, London, EC3, England, UK. It had the height of 125 metres | 410 ft and 26 floors + 2 floors below ground. The construction started in 2004 and completed in 2008. It features a "stepped" design, which was intended to resemble the shell of a crustacean, with setbacks rising at 97 metres | 318 ft and 68 metres | 223 ft. The building was the first in a wave of new tall towers for London's primary financial district.
#willisbuildinglondon
To Find Out More Information About Willis Building ( London )
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Willis_Building_(London)
My 2nd YouTube Channel:
https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCdB9Chu_N-mVc3Js0h0955g
New skyscraper videos in every Saturday and Sunday.
Next skyscraper video: Millbank Tower ( UK )
Original Song By:
Otis McDonald - Not For Nothing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvwQDenTgw8
Please give a big thumbs up and subscribe!
The Willis building in Ipswich (originally known as the Willis Corroon headquarters) is one of the earliest buildings designed by architect Sir Norman Foster.
...
The Willis building in Ipswich (originally known as the Willis Corroon headquarters) is one of the earliest buildings designed by architect Sir Norman Foster.
Foster created a 3 floor open plan building to meet the brief - years before open-plan offices became commonplace. He was inspired by the 1939 ‘futurist art deco’ Daily Express building in Manchester, giving it similar features including tinted glass and curved corners.
The Willis building uses elements of modern industry and technology as part of its design and is now seen as a landmark of the ‘high tech’ style of architecture.
The Willis building in Ipswich (originally known as the Willis Corroon headquarters) is one of the earliest buildings designed by architect Sir Norman Foster.
Foster created a 3 floor open plan building to meet the brief - years before open-plan offices became commonplace. He was inspired by the 1939 ‘futurist art deco’ Daily Express building in Manchester, giving it similar features including tinted glass and curved corners.
The Willis building uses elements of modern industry and technology as part of its design and is now seen as a landmark of the ‘high tech’ style of architecture.
A timelapse video of the new Willis Building going up in London. This shows demolition, groundwork and construction from March 2005-September 2006. The building...
A timelapse video of the new Willis Building going up in London. This shows demolition, groundwork and construction from March 2005-September 2006. The building is scheduled for completion in March 2007.
If you're a fan of skyscrapers then visit SkyscraperCity.com, the biggest forum on the Internet for high-rise enthusiasts.
A timelapse video of the new Willis Building going up in London. This shows demolition, groundwork and construction from March 2005-September 2006. The building is scheduled for completion in March 2007.
If you're a fan of skyscrapers then visit SkyscraperCity.com, the biggest forum on the Internet for high-rise enthusiasts.
The Willis Tower, formerly known as the Sears Tower, is the tallest building in Chicago and one of the tallest buildings in the us and world. It was built back ...
Zaha Hadid - Willis building short documentary Ipswich
First transmitted in 1996, architect Zaha Hadid looks at Sir Norman Foster's Willis Corroon building in the centre of Ipswich, Suffolk.
My website: https://jordanwrightmedia.com/
Feel free to get in touch
published: 30 Jun 2017
IPSWICH DJI Drone - Willis Building
The Willis building (originally the Willis Corroon Headquarters) in Ipswich, England, is one of the earliest buildings designed by Norman Foster after establishing Foster Associates. Constructed between 1970 and 1975 for the insurance firm now known as Willis Towers Watson, it is now seen as a landmark in the development of the 'high tech' architectural style. The building houses some 1,300 office staff in open plan offices spread over three floors.
In 1991 the Willis building became the youngest building to be given Grade I listed building status in Britain. At the time it was one of only two listed buildings under 30 years of age.
published: 15 Apr 2017
Willis Building
The Willis building in Ipswich (originally known as the Willis Corroon headquarters) is one of the earliest buildings designed by architect Sir Norman Foster.
Foster created a 3 floor open plan building to meet the brief - years before open-plan offices became commonplace. He was inspired by the 1939 ‘futurist art deco’ Daily Express building in Manchester, giving it similar features including tinted glass and curved corners.
The Willis building uses elements of modern industry and technology as part of its design and is now seen as a landmark of the ‘high tech’ style of architecture.
To learn more about the Willis Building click here: https://www.ice.org.uk/what-is-civil-engineering/what-do-civil-engineers-do/willis-building
published: 06 Apr 2018
Willis Building Ipswich - Reimagined
During the first half of my third year our second assignment saw us modelling an existing building in various pieces of BIM and analytical software packages.
We were then tasked with analysing the building, specifically looking at energy and thermal performance and suggest measures that could improve.
The result was a seven part mixed media report covering everything from natural light studies to three dimensional animations exploring in detail the components that make up the building in its existing and proposed state.
I selected the iconic Willis Faber building in Ipswich, UK by Architect Sir Normal Foster as my case study. Its Grade I listed status is testament to its importance as a piece of architectural and technological history that is universally valued.
Both the building an...
published: 19 Jun 2019
Willis Building by Foster + Partners
Willis Building
Ipswich, UK 1971 – 1975
The country headquarters for insurance company Willis Faber & Dumas challenged accepted thinking about the office building while maintaining a sense of continuity within its urban setting. Innovations such as the use of escalators in a three-storey structure, and the social dimension offered by its swimming pool, roof-top restaurant and garden, were all conceived in a spirit of democratising the workplace and encouraging a greater sense of community.
Read more: https://www.fosterandpartners.com/projects/willis-building/
published: 19 Jul 2018
Willis faber, Ipswich
Was the newest building to be given grade I listed status.
published: 12 Sep 2009
Shoulder bump attack at Ipswich Willis building
Shoulder bump attack at Ipswich Willis building
Subscribe for more videos, click here: https://www.youtube.com/user/138mws
Here is the full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zC0fKuVYMEI&list=PLi9HJH3yuxuyQMrdsHxihi9TxwX5xnu2n&index=1
For more info on our training please visit our website: http://wingchunmaster.tv/
Shoulder bumping can be easily taken the wrong way even though if it was an accident. Bumping into a person with the wrong mental attitude can bring trouble. This type of scenario can occur in crowded areas or on the street. Who knows what it may lead up to, finger pointing? When they get a bit to closes into your personal space it’s time to react quickly. Master Wong demonstrates out side the Willis building in Ipswich how a sidekick can be effective to handle the situ...
published: 03 Nov 2014
Tony Poole Discos...Corporate Event at The Willis Building in Ipswich
Tony Poole Discos...Dancing at a corporate event at The Willis Building in Ipswich
published: 03 Jul 2016
Clearvision’s installation at Willis Towers Watson Office Ipswich
First transmitted in 1996, architect Zaha Hadid looks at Sir Norman Foster's Willis Corroon building in the centre of Ipswich, Suffolk.
My website: https://jor...
First transmitted in 1996, architect Zaha Hadid looks at Sir Norman Foster's Willis Corroon building in the centre of Ipswich, Suffolk.
My website: https://jordanwrightmedia.com/
Feel free to get in touch
First transmitted in 1996, architect Zaha Hadid looks at Sir Norman Foster's Willis Corroon building in the centre of Ipswich, Suffolk.
My website: https://jordanwrightmedia.com/
Feel free to get in touch
The Willis building (originally the Willis Corroon Headquarters) in Ipswich, England, is one of the earliest buildings designed by Norman Foster after establish...
The Willis building (originally the Willis Corroon Headquarters) in Ipswich, England, is one of the earliest buildings designed by Norman Foster after establishing Foster Associates. Constructed between 1970 and 1975 for the insurance firm now known as Willis Towers Watson, it is now seen as a landmark in the development of the 'high tech' architectural style. The building houses some 1,300 office staff in open plan offices spread over three floors.
In 1991 the Willis building became the youngest building to be given Grade I listed building status in Britain. At the time it was one of only two listed buildings under 30 years of age.
The Willis building (originally the Willis Corroon Headquarters) in Ipswich, England, is one of the earliest buildings designed by Norman Foster after establishing Foster Associates. Constructed between 1970 and 1975 for the insurance firm now known as Willis Towers Watson, it is now seen as a landmark in the development of the 'high tech' architectural style. The building houses some 1,300 office staff in open plan offices spread over three floors.
In 1991 the Willis building became the youngest building to be given Grade I listed building status in Britain. At the time it was one of only two listed buildings under 30 years of age.
The Willis building in Ipswich (originally known as the Willis Corroon headquarters) is one of the earliest buildings designed by architect Sir Norman Foster.
...
The Willis building in Ipswich (originally known as the Willis Corroon headquarters) is one of the earliest buildings designed by architect Sir Norman Foster.
Foster created a 3 floor open plan building to meet the brief - years before open-plan offices became commonplace. He was inspired by the 1939 ‘futurist art deco’ Daily Express building in Manchester, giving it similar features including tinted glass and curved corners.
The Willis building uses elements of modern industry and technology as part of its design and is now seen as a landmark of the ‘high tech’ style of architecture.
To learn more about the Willis Building click here: https://www.ice.org.uk/what-is-civil-engineering/what-do-civil-engineers-do/willis-building
The Willis building in Ipswich (originally known as the Willis Corroon headquarters) is one of the earliest buildings designed by architect Sir Norman Foster.
Foster created a 3 floor open plan building to meet the brief - years before open-plan offices became commonplace. He was inspired by the 1939 ‘futurist art deco’ Daily Express building in Manchester, giving it similar features including tinted glass and curved corners.
The Willis building uses elements of modern industry and technology as part of its design and is now seen as a landmark of the ‘high tech’ style of architecture.
To learn more about the Willis Building click here: https://www.ice.org.uk/what-is-civil-engineering/what-do-civil-engineers-do/willis-building
During the first half of my third year our second assignment saw us modelling an existing building in various pieces of BIM and analytical software packages.
W...
During the first half of my third year our second assignment saw us modelling an existing building in various pieces of BIM and analytical software packages.
We were then tasked with analysing the building, specifically looking at energy and thermal performance and suggest measures that could improve.
The result was a seven part mixed media report covering everything from natural light studies to three dimensional animations exploring in detail the components that make up the building in its existing and proposed state.
I selected the iconic Willis Faber building in Ipswich, UK by Architect Sir Normal Foster as my case study. Its Grade I listed status is testament to its importance as a piece of architectural and technological history that is universally valued.
Both the building and the Architects prestige added to the challenge and I went to great lengths to ensure that what I modelled for the existing building was as true to reality as possible within the constraints placed upon me.
During the first half of my third year our second assignment saw us modelling an existing building in various pieces of BIM and analytical software packages.
We were then tasked with analysing the building, specifically looking at energy and thermal performance and suggest measures that could improve.
The result was a seven part mixed media report covering everything from natural light studies to three dimensional animations exploring in detail the components that make up the building in its existing and proposed state.
I selected the iconic Willis Faber building in Ipswich, UK by Architect Sir Normal Foster as my case study. Its Grade I listed status is testament to its importance as a piece of architectural and technological history that is universally valued.
Both the building and the Architects prestige added to the challenge and I went to great lengths to ensure that what I modelled for the existing building was as true to reality as possible within the constraints placed upon me.
Willis Building
Ipswich, UK 1971 – 1975
The country headquarters for insurance company Willis Faber & Dumas challenged accepted thinking about the office build...
Willis Building
Ipswich, UK 1971 – 1975
The country headquarters for insurance company Willis Faber & Dumas challenged accepted thinking about the office building while maintaining a sense of continuity within its urban setting. Innovations such as the use of escalators in a three-storey structure, and the social dimension offered by its swimming pool, roof-top restaurant and garden, were all conceived in a spirit of democratising the workplace and encouraging a greater sense of community.
Read more: https://www.fosterandpartners.com/projects/willis-building/
Willis Building
Ipswich, UK 1971 – 1975
The country headquarters for insurance company Willis Faber & Dumas challenged accepted thinking about the office building while maintaining a sense of continuity within its urban setting. Innovations such as the use of escalators in a three-storey structure, and the social dimension offered by its swimming pool, roof-top restaurant and garden, were all conceived in a spirit of democratising the workplace and encouraging a greater sense of community.
Read more: https://www.fosterandpartners.com/projects/willis-building/
Shoulder bump attack at Ipswich Willis building
Subscribe for more videos, click here: https://www.youtube.com/user/138mws
Here is the full playlist: https://ww...
Shoulder bump attack at Ipswich Willis building
Subscribe for more videos, click here: https://www.youtube.com/user/138mws
Here is the full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zC0fKuVYMEI&list=PLi9HJH3yuxuyQMrdsHxihi9TxwX5xnu2n&index=1
For more info on our training please visit our website: http://wingchunmaster.tv/
Shoulder bumping can be easily taken the wrong way even though if it was an accident. Bumping into a person with the wrong mental attitude can bring trouble. This type of scenario can occur in crowded areas or on the street. Who knows what it may lead up to, finger pointing? When they get a bit to closes into your personal space it’s time to react quickly. Master Wong demonstrates out side the Willis building in Ipswich how a sidekick can be effective to handle the situation. This move can be found in Master Wong’s wing chun or kickboxing training system.
Shoulder bump attack at Ipswich Willis building
Subscribe for more videos, click here: https://www.youtube.com/user/138mws
Here is the full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zC0fKuVYMEI&list=PLi9HJH3yuxuyQMrdsHxihi9TxwX5xnu2n&index=1
For more info on our training please visit our website: http://wingchunmaster.tv/
Shoulder bumping can be easily taken the wrong way even though if it was an accident. Bumping into a person with the wrong mental attitude can bring trouble. This type of scenario can occur in crowded areas or on the street. Who knows what it may lead up to, finger pointing? When they get a bit to closes into your personal space it’s time to react quickly. Master Wong demonstrates out side the Willis building in Ipswich how a sidekick can be effective to handle the situation. This move can be found in Master Wong’s wing chun or kickboxing training system.
Willis Building
Ipswich, UK 1971 – 1975
The country headquarters for insurance company Willis Faber & Dumas challenged accepted thinking about the office building while maintaining a sense of continuity within its urban setting. Innovations such as the use of escalators in a three-storey structure, and the social dimension offered by its swimming pool, roof-top restaurant and garden, were all conceived in a spirit of democratising the workplace and encouraging a greater sense of community.
Read more: https://www.fosterandpartners.com/projects/willis-building/
In a series of videos on sustainable building design, Dr Ben Croxford (UCL IEDE) and Carrie Behar (UCL-Energy) discuss the use of saw-tooth glazing. We believe the information presented in these videos is factually correct, please note that the opinions expressed are solely those of the speakers in the film rather than of UCL. This project was run as part of the UCL EngD VEIV programme. Please leave your queries, suggestions and comments below.
Our thanks to Mattia Pagura for his production work.
Sorry! I'm late to post and now is UK season. What is UK season? It means that I will post many skyscraper in UK in every Saturday and Sunday.
The Willis Building, also known as 51 Lime Street Building, is a commercial and office building in 51 Lime Street, London, EC3, England, UK. It had the height of 125 metres | 410 ft and 26 floors + 2 floors below ground. The construction started in 2004 and completed in 2008. It features a "stepped" design, which was intended to resemble the shell of a crustacean, with setbacks rising at 97 metres | 318 ft and 68 metres | 223 ft. The building was the first in a wave of new tall towers for London's primary financial district.
#willisbuildinglondon
To Find Out More Information About Willis Building ( London )
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Willis_Building_(London)
My 2nd YouTube Channel:
https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCdB9Chu_N-mVc3Js0h0955g
New skyscraper videos in every Saturday and Sunday.
Next skyscraper video: Millbank Tower ( UK )
Original Song By:
Otis McDonald - Not For Nothing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvwQDenTgw8
Please give a big thumbs up and subscribe!
The Willis building in Ipswich (originally known as the Willis Corroon headquarters) is one of the earliest buildings designed by architect Sir Norman Foster.
Foster created a 3 floor open plan building to meet the brief - years before open-plan offices became commonplace. He was inspired by the 1939 ‘futurist art deco’ Daily Express building in Manchester, giving it similar features including tinted glass and curved corners.
The Willis building uses elements of modern industry and technology as part of its design and is now seen as a landmark of the ‘high tech’ style of architecture.
A timelapse video of the new Willis Building going up in London. This shows demolition, groundwork and construction from March 2005-September 2006. The building is scheduled for completion in March 2007.
If you're a fan of skyscrapers then visit SkyscraperCity.com, the biggest forum on the Internet for high-rise enthusiasts.
The building was designed by Norman Foster and developed by British Land. It stands opposite the Lloyd's building and is 125 metres (410ft) tall, with 26 storeys. It features a "stepped" design, which was intended to resemble the shell of a crustacean, with setbacks rising at 97m (318ft) and 68m (223ft). In total, there are 475,000 square feet (44,128.9m2) of office floor-space, most of which was pre-let to the insurance broker Willis.
History
The Willis Building was constructed between 2004 and 2008 under the management of Mace and represented a significant addition to the City of London skyline, becoming its fourth-tallest building after Tower 42, 30 St Mary Axe and CityPoint. The core was topped out in July 2006 and the steelwork completed in September that year. Cladding began in July 2006 and the structure was externally completed by June 2007. It was internally fitted out and officially opened in April 2008.
First transmitted in 1996, architect Zaha Hadid looks at Sir Norman Foster's Willis Corroon building in the centre of Ipswich, Suffolk.
My website: https://jordanwrightmedia.com/
Feel free to get in touch
The Willis building (originally the Willis Corroon Headquarters) in Ipswich, England, is one of the earliest buildings designed by Norman Foster after establishing Foster Associates. Constructed between 1970 and 1975 for the insurance firm now known as Willis Towers Watson, it is now seen as a landmark in the development of the 'high tech' architectural style. The building houses some 1,300 office staff in open plan offices spread over three floors.
In 1991 the Willis building became the youngest building to be given Grade I listed building status in Britain. At the time it was one of only two listed buildings under 30 years of age.
The Willis building in Ipswich (originally known as the Willis Corroon headquarters) is one of the earliest buildings designed by architect Sir Norman Foster.
Foster created a 3 floor open plan building to meet the brief - years before open-plan offices became commonplace. He was inspired by the 1939 ‘futurist art deco’ Daily Express building in Manchester, giving it similar features including tinted glass and curved corners.
The Willis building uses elements of modern industry and technology as part of its design and is now seen as a landmark of the ‘high tech’ style of architecture.
To learn more about the Willis Building click here: https://www.ice.org.uk/what-is-civil-engineering/what-do-civil-engineers-do/willis-building
During the first half of my third year our second assignment saw us modelling an existing building in various pieces of BIM and analytical software packages.
We were then tasked with analysing the building, specifically looking at energy and thermal performance and suggest measures that could improve.
The result was a seven part mixed media report covering everything from natural light studies to three dimensional animations exploring in detail the components that make up the building in its existing and proposed state.
I selected the iconic Willis Faber building in Ipswich, UK by Architect Sir Normal Foster as my case study. Its Grade I listed status is testament to its importance as a piece of architectural and technological history that is universally valued.
Both the building and the Architects prestige added to the challenge and I went to great lengths to ensure that what I modelled for the existing building was as true to reality as possible within the constraints placed upon me.
Willis Building
Ipswich, UK 1971 – 1975
The country headquarters for insurance company Willis Faber & Dumas challenged accepted thinking about the office building while maintaining a sense of continuity within its urban setting. Innovations such as the use of escalators in a three-storey structure, and the social dimension offered by its swimming pool, roof-top restaurant and garden, were all conceived in a spirit of democratising the workplace and encouraging a greater sense of community.
Read more: https://www.fosterandpartners.com/projects/willis-building/
Shoulder bump attack at Ipswich Willis building
Subscribe for more videos, click here: https://www.youtube.com/user/138mws
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Shoulder bumping can be easily taken the wrong way even though if it was an accident. Bumping into a person with the wrong mental attitude can bring trouble. This type of scenario can occur in crowded areas or on the street. Who knows what it may lead up to, finger pointing? When they get a bit to closes into your personal space it’s time to react quickly. Master Wong demonstrates out side the Willis building in Ipswich how a sidekick can be effective to handle the situation. This move can be found in Master Wong’s wing chun or kickboxing training system.
Chief Willie Sellars, who toured the slide site by helicopter Wednesday and Thursday, says the water is continuing to build on one side of the dam, while the riverbed on the other side had "completely dried up" for about two kilometres.
WILLIAMS LAKE, B.C ...Chief Willie Sellars, who toured the slide site by helicopter Wednesday and Thursday, says the water is continuing to build on one side of the dam, while the other had "completely dried up" for about two kilometres ... 2, 2024 ... .
The tours – taking place on the first ...The organ, built by instrument maker Henry “Father” Willis, dates from 1877 and was commissioned for the building ... Tour guide Nigel Smith told the Tribune.
A party open to the public at the architecture center’s building at 111 E ... The rest of the weekend features self-guided tours at culturally and architecturally significant buildings in more than 20 neighborhoods.
The SeguinConservationSociety is always so happy to host the annual HolidayHome Tour to showcase some of Seguin’s finest homes and historical buildings. Kelly and Willie Ybarra, 919 E. Cedar. × This page requires Javascript ... ....
The SeguinConservationSociety is always so happy to host the annual HolidayHome Tour to showcase some of Seguin’s finest homes and historical buildings. Kelly and Willie Ybarra, 919 E. Cedar. × This page requires Javascript ... ....
"It's an honor," Cheek-Willis said ... "I loved Siloam," Cheek-Willis said ... "Springdale Har-Ber was building their new gym and high school and they offered me to come over and wanted me to take a tour and consider the job," Cheek-Willis said.